Maruti Suzuki has launched another hatchback in India. The new hatchback in question here is the Ignis, which is being marketed as a premium compact hatch. While its only direct rival is the Mahindra KUV100, other hatchbacks can also be seen as rivals. One of them is the relatively new Tata Tiago. In this Maruti Ignis vs Tata Tiago post, we will compare the two on the basis of price, specifications, features and more.
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Maruti Ignis vs Tata Tiago Price Comparison
Diesel
| Maruti Ignis^ | Tata Tiago^ | ||
| Sigma | – | XB | Rs. 3.95 lakh |
| Delta | Rs. 6.39 lakh | XE | Rs. 4.46 lakh |
| Zeta | Rs. 6.91 lakh | XM | Rs. 4.86 lakh |
| Alpha | Rs. 7.80 lakh | XT | Rs. 5.16 lakh |
| Delta AMT | Rs. 6.94 lakh | XZ | Rs. 5.71 lakh |
| Zeta AMT | Rs. 7.46 lakh | ||
Petrol
| Maruti Ignis^ | Tata Tiago^ | ||
| Sigma | Rs. 4.59 lakh | XB | Rs. 3.20 lakh |
| Delta | Rs. 5.19 lakh | XE | Rs. 3.76 lakh |
| Zeta | Rs. 5.75 lakh | XM | Rs. 4.06 lakh |
| Delta AMT | Rs. 5.74 lakh | XT | Rs. 4.36 lakh |
| Alpha | Rs. 6.69 lakh | XZ | Rs. 4.92 lakh |
| Zeta AMT | Rs. 6.30 lakh | ||
^ex-showroom, Delhi price
The Tiago will be considerably cheaper than the Ignis. But then again, these two aren’t exactly direct rivals. The base variant of the Maruti Ignis and the top end variant of the Tiago have similar pricing.
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Maruti Ignis vs Tata Tiago Specifications Comparison
Diesel
| Maruti Ignis | Tata Tiago | |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.3 L Diesel | 1.05 L Diesel |
| Power | 74 bhp | 69 bhp |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual/5-speed AMT | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 26.80 kpl (claimed) | 27.28 kpl (claimed) |
Petrol
| Maruti Ignis | Tata Tiago | |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.2 L Petrol | 1.2 L Petrol |
| Power | 83 bhp | 84 bhp |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual/5-speed AMT | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 20.89 kpl (claimed) | 23.84 kpl (claimed) |
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Ignis shares its engine lineup with other Maruti products. Therefore, it is powered by a 1.2 L Petrol and a 1.3 L Diesel motor. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT. While the Tiago diesel features a smaller, less powerful engine, the petrol variants of the Tiago are just as powerful as those of the Ignis. Tiago edges ahead in terms of fuel efficiency.
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Maruti Ignis vs Tata Tiago Mileage Comparison
| Maruti Ignis | Tata Tiago | |
| Diesel | 26.80 KMPL | 27.28 KMPL |
| Petrol | 20.89 KMPL | 23.84 KMPL |
Tata is claiming an overall fuel efficiency of 27.28 kpl for the diesel variants of the Tiago. Petrol variants, according to official ARAI figures, return close to 24 KMPL overall. Based on ARAI test figures, the Ignis isn’t as fuel efficient as the Tiago.
Maruti Ignis vs Tata Tiago Dimensions
| Maruti Ignis | Tata Tiago | |
| Length x Width x Height | 3700 x 1695 x 1595 mm | 3746 x 1647 x 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm | 2400 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 825-960 kg | 1080 kg |
| Wheel Type and Size | 15-inch alloys | 14-inch alloys |
| Boot Space | 260 L | 242 L |
Overall, the Maruti Ignis is bigger than the Tiago as it belongs to a higher segment. It features bigger tyres and a bit more luggage space.
Maruti Ignis vs Tata Tiago Features Comparison
Maruti is selling the Ignis through the Nexa dealership network meant for their premium models. This means the hatchback comes with all the bells and whistles. Highlights include dual front airbags, ABS as standard, LED daytime running lights, LED projector headlamps, touchscreen infotainment system and more.
| Maruti Ignis | Tata Tiago | |
| Air Conditioner Type | Automatic Climate Control | Manual |
| Power Windows | Yes (4) | Yes (4) |
| Central Locking | Keyless Entry and go | Remote Key |
| Steering Audio Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Audio System | SmartPlay Touchscreen | 2-DIN Audio System |
| Airbags | 2 (standard) | 2 |
| ABS | Yes (standard) | Yes |
Maruti Ignis vs Tata Tiago Design Comparison
The Maruti Ignis’ SUV-like styling makes it stand out from the crowd. It is sure to be big selling point here in India. The front features a very unique grille and headlamp setup with LED daytime running lights. Expect the Ignis to come with black body cladding, roof rails, etc. The rear isn’t as flamboyant as the front and might not be to everyone’s liking. The Tiago is easily one of the best looking Tatas till date. Indian public seems to have reacted well to the way the small hatchback looks. However, it does not have the SUV-appeal of the Ignis.
As far as the cabin is concerned, the Ignis gets a very interesting and modern dashboard design. The touchscreen infotainment system or the audio system in the Ignis does not sit flush with the centre console. In order to spruce things up a little, the Ignis’ cabin could get body coloured highlights. The Tata Tiago features a neat and functional dashboard layout. It gets body colour highlights as an option on certain variants and colours. Being a segment lower, the Tiago does not get as many features as the Ignis.
Also See – Tata Tiago Review
Maruti Ignis vs Tata Tiago Comparison – Verdict
Maruti’s upcoming Ignis could turn out to be a huge hit among the SUV-crazy Indians. Tata’s Tiago has seen a great response from the car buying lot and rightly so.
- Price – Even with Maruti’s aggressive pricing, the Ignis is considerably more expensive than the Tiago.
- Specifications – Ignis’ diesel engine bigger and more powerful. Tiago petrol makes the same amount of power as Ignis petrol.
- Features – For its segment and price, the Tata Tiago is a fairly feature rich offering. However, the more expensive Ignis boasts a longer list of equipment.
- Design – The Ignis is definitely a very eye-catching design. But looks are a matter of personal taste so we will leave this one up to you.
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